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Carpentry Apprentice

Carpentry Apprentice

Apprenticeship Training

About the Carpentry Apprenticeship Program

Construct, install, or repair structures, fixtures, and building frameworks using carpentry hand and power tools. You'll learn to build wood framing for houses, roofs, stairs, decks and sheaths, and forms for concrete and frame buildings, walls, footings, columns and stairs. The trade also involves carpentry work to install cabinets, siding, drywall rails, building cabinets and counter tops and may include work on drywall, wood flooring, metal jambs and ceilings. Become skilled in interior and exterior finish work and read blueprints, measure accurately, and calculate dimensions.

Program Outline

Apprentices will be introduced to safe working practices which include the identification, use, and maintenance of commonly used hand tools, portable and stationary power tools, personal protective equipment, and ladders and scaffolding. Course topics also include basic applied math, communication skills, along with an introduction to construction drawings and print reading. Safe material handling will also be examined in this course.

2.00

Semester: 2

Course #

Course Title

Credits

5041054200

Carpentry Apprenticeship 2Description

Apprentices will continue to further examine construction drawings along with plan specifications. The use of transits and levels, along with an introduction to building layout will be discussed. Course topics will also include the various types of building materials, fasteners, and adhesives used in residential construction. Apprentices will learn trade practices involving residential floor systems, as well as code- related topics. Various floor framing components will be examined, along with floor system layout.

2.00

Semester: 3

Course #

Course Title

Credits

5041054300

Carpentry Apprenticeship 3Description

Apprentices will learn about wall construction techniques used in residential construction. Various wall construction methods and components will be examined during this course. The course will also discuss and explore roof systems and framing requirements involved. Various roof styles, along with trusses, rafters, ceiling joist, intersecting valleys, eaves and rakes, and other cornice details will be examined. Application of print reading skills will be utilized, along with code-related topics.

2.00

Semester: 4

Course #

Course Title

Credits

5041054400

Carpentry Apprenticeship 4Description

Apprentices will explore the various thermal and moisture protection materials and industry installation techniques. Insulation materials and residential waterproofing products will be identified and include discussion and best practices for job site installation. The course will also include examining and understanding building science in residential construction. The physics of air movement and interaction of people, residences, and the environment will be discussed, along with framing and air sealing details.

2.00

Semester: 5

Course #

Course Title

Credits

5041054500

Carpentry Apprenticeship 5Description

Apprentices will explore exterior finishing systems in this course. Exterior finishing systems will include roofing, soffit and fascia, window and door installation, masonry, and exterior siding as well as other various exterior cladding systems used in residential construction. Exterior finish building materials will be examined, along with code-related topics.

2.00

Semester: 6

Course #

Course Title

Credits

5041054600

Carpentry Apprenticeship 6Description

Apprentices will examine stair design, layout, and building. This course will provide an opportunity to identify stair components and the relationship of occupant safety based on codes and standards. Exterior deck construction will also be discussed, along with the various building materials used and industry installation techniques. Application of print reading skills will be utilized, along with code-related topics.

2.00

Semester: 7

Course #

Course Title

Credits

5041054700

Carpentry Apprenticeship 7Description

Apprentices will examine interior finish systems. This course will cover drywall installation and finish techniques, interior door installation, window and door trim, crown molding, baseboard, and paneling installation. Acoustical ceiling basics will be explored, along with various interior flooring materials. Cabinetry and countertop installation will also be discussed.

2.00

Semester: 8

Course #

Course Title

Credits

5041054800

Carpentry Apprenticeship 8Description

This course is intended as a final review and comprehensive assessment of the apprentices experience over the past instructional courses. This course will include a review of construction blueprint reading, applied math and communication skills, building codes, and any other topics covered throughout the program. A discussion of current or emerging industry trends will be included, as well as emerging industry equipment and technologies. Apprentices will also have the opportunity to participate in a capstone hands-on project or industry-related activities with other classmates.

1.00

Total Credits: 15.00

Talk with an Academic Advisor about the program outline. Together, you will determine if credits you've already earned satisfy any requirements, discuss possible alternative courses, and choose the best classes if you're thinking of transferring.

At A Glance

Flexible Options

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On Campus

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On Location Training

Approximate Cost

$2,013*

*Based on 10-level courses - materials, books, and fees may be additional

What You'll Learn

Demonstrate the use of hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment safely and efficiently.

Identify industry building materials, fasteners, and adhesives.

Interpret technical information from blueprints.

Identify industry building practices, material application, and building codes.

Explain the fundamentals of building sciences including basic: physics of structures, properties and performance of building materials, construction processes, and building systems.

Your Potential Careers

Construction Worker

Cabinet Maker

Floor Coverer

Interior Systems

Millwright

Pile Driver

Median Annual Salary

$34,258

$38,522

$34,570

Local

State

National

EMSI 2018.3

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